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President's Secretariat
President of India presents 68th National Film Awards
Cinema is not only an Industry but it is also a Medium of Artistic Expression of our Culture and Values: President Murmu
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, presented the 68th National Film Awards in various categories in New Delhi today . She also conferred Dadasaheb Phalke Award on Ms Asha Parekh.
Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all the award winners of the 68th National Film Awards. She also congratulated Ms Asha Parekh for winning Dadasaheb Phalke Award and said that our sisters of that generation made their mark in various fields despite many constraints. Honour to Ms Parekh is also an honour for the indomitable female power.
The President said that apart from making films, the film industry plays a major role in building a better society and nation. Being an audio-visual medium, the influence of films is wider than other mediums of art. She said that cinema is not only an industry but also a medium of artistic expression of our culture and values. It is also a medium for connecting our society and for nation-building.
The President said that films have greater influence on youth and children. Therefore, the society expects the film industry to effectively utilize this medium in building the future of the country.
The President said that as we are celebrating the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav', feature and non-feature films on the life and work of freedom fighters will be welcomed by the audience. People also expect films which increase compassion and unity in society, accelerate the pace of development and strengthen the efforts of environmental protection. She was happy to note that the films that got awards today, have highlighted important national issues of nature and environment, culture, social values and other important aspects.
The President said that Indian films are being welcomed all over the world. To make more effective use of this soft-power, we have to enhance the quality of our movies. She noted that films made in one region are becoming more and more popular in other regions as well. She said that in this way cinema is tying all people in one cultural thread. This is a big contribution of the film community to society.
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
NFAI to host European Union Film Festival 2018
Film festivals are powerful tools for exchanging ideas and networks across the world, overcoming the barriers of language. Along with fresh and engaging stories Film festivals invite the viewers to bask in the specific local environment the films are set in.
European cinema is rich in narrative and stylistic experimentation, and it has always attracted the film lovers. National Film Archive of India is thrilled to host European Union Film Festival 2018 from 6th July to 12th July.
The National Film Archives of India & European Union Delegation to India are proud to present this amazing opportunity to catch the modern European films on the big screen, and thus provide a window to the culture of European countries. This is in pursuance of the objectives of NFAI to showcase a variety of films from different parts of the world
Opening with the French film 9 Month Stretch, the seven days festival will feature24 films  all belonging to member countries of the European Union, from a variety of genres such as drama, romance and comedy. The eclectic selection of films is sure to be a treat to film lovers looking to explore the treasures of European cinema.
The opening ceremony will take place on 6th July, 5.15 PM at NFAI, main auditorium and on 12th July the closing film, Labyrinthus will be followed by a master class with its director Douglas Boswell. The film enthusiasts and students will also get the opportunity to interact with the filmmaker and exchange ideas with him.
The films being screened at the festival have won awards and appreciation at various international festivals.
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Construction of New ROBS
For replacing all level crossings on National Highway corridors by Road Over Bridges/ Road Under Bridges , Ministry has to construct complete ROBs/ RUBs  on National Highways in the country based on feasibility study either as stand-alone project or as a part of major Highway development project. The State/UT-wise details of ROBs/RUBs started during last three years in the country is placed at Annexure-I.
Fund is not a constraint for completing any approved ROBs/RUBs project. Expenditure on any ROB project is incurred as a part of all highway development project. Total expenditure incurred on execution of all projects on the National Highways in the country for last three years is as under:-
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Financial Year
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2016-17
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2017-18
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2018-19
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2019-20, till 30.09.2019
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Expenditure 
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73,741
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1,00,178
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1,27,993
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62,179
Annexure-I
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS  to  OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1667 FOR ANSWER ON 28th NOVEMBER 2019 ASKED BY SHRI KRUPAL BALAJI TUMANE REGARDING “CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ROBs”.
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Sl. No.
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Name of State/UT
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No. of ROBs/RUBs 
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1
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Andhra Pradesh
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47
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2
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Assam
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35
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3
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Bihar
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70
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4
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Chhattisgarh
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26
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5
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Delhi
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29
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6
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Goa
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2
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7
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Gujarat
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25
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8
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Haryana
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38
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9
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Himachal Pradesh
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5
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10
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Jammu & Kashmir
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10
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11
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Jharkhand
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33
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12
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Karnataka
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61
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13
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Kerala
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16
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14
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Madhya Pradesh
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21
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15
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Maharashtra
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93
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16
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Manipur
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2
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17
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Odisha
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24
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18
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Punjab
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28
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19
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Puducherry
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2
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20
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Rajasthan
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47
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21
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Tamil Nadu
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63
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22
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Telangana
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6
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23
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Uttar Pradesh
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67
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24
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Uttarakhand
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20
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25
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West Bengal
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68
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Total
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838
This information was given by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Union Sports Minister leads Yog Mahotsav celebrated simultaneously in New Delhi and Dharamshala
Yoga has given employment to many and it has been the number one immunity giver during Covid times: Shri Anurag Thakur
(YogMahotsav, a unique evening organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in the run up to the International Day of Yoga on June 21, was held simultaneously in Dharamshala and New Delhi on Saturday, with Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Anurag Singh Thakur leading the 40-minute Yoga protocol from the Dharamshala stadium as more than 2000 athletes and yoga practitioners joined in.
YogMahotsav is yet another unique event organised in the year of AzadikaAmritMahotsav and is a brainchild of the Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi.
An evening of mellifluous display of Yoga remained the highlight as the young participants and Yogasana practitioners came together across 2 States and became the connoisseur of all eyes.
"From May 14 to June 21, we have to take the Mahotsav of Yoga forward across all villages of India. We have to break a record this year and ensure that the highest number of Yoga participants take part in the International Yoga Day," mentioned Shri Anurag Singh Thakur. "This event is a part of AzadikaAmritMahotsav celebrations and is to ensure maximum awareness for Yoga Day.
This has all been possible due to the efforts made by Shri Narendra Modi ji at the United Nations in 2014 to celebrate June 21 as International Yoga Day. Every country had passed a resolution and said yes to the proposal," Shri Thakur added.
Sitting at the feet of the picturesque Dhauladhar mountain range, the Dharamshala stadium looked resplendent on Saturday. The practitioners from the Yogasana Federation performed the International Day of Yoga  Protocol and there were also demonstrations from the Divyang community as well as other individual and group performers.
Speaking about the ever growing awareness of Yoga among the new generation, Shri Thakur added, "Yoga has given employment to many and it has been the number one immunity giver during Covid times. Young India has inculcated Yoga and the Fit India movement fully. Now every where, be it in a park or office, everyone does yoga. In trains and aeroplanes too, people are doing yoga. Shopping complexes too have yoga rooms now. This is massive."
Yogasana as a sport made its debut at the Khelo India University Games in Bengaluru last month, which received plenty of plaudits from everyone watching on TV. Yogasana is also set to feature as one of the sports at the Khelo India Youth Games Panchkula, scheduled next month.
Ministry of Finance
GST Revenue collections for July 2018
The Total Gross GST Revenue collected in the month of July 2018 is Rs. 96,483 crore of which CGST is Rs. 15,877 crore, SGST is Rs. 22,293 crore, IGST is Rs. 49,951 crore  and Cess is Rs. 8,362 crore . This is broadly on expected lines.
The total number of GSTR 3B Returns filed for the month of July up to 31st July, 2018 is 66 lakh compared to GSTR 3B Returns filed for the month of June up to 30th June, 2018 was 64.69 lakh.
Rs. 3899 crore has been released to the States as GST Compensation for the months of April-May, 2018.
Special Service and Features
Sagar Parikrama Yathra: Union Minister Shri Parshotham Rupala attends FPO Marketing Meet in Kochi
Revolutionary changes are taking place in all sectors including the agriculture sector after the Govt led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power: Shri Parshotham Rupala
Kochi: June 10, 2023
Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying Shri Parshotham Rupala said that after the Govt led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power, revolutionary changes are taking place in all sectors, including agriculture. He also pointed out that many schemes have already been formulated and implemented to solve the problems faced by the farmers and fishermen.
The Union Minister was speaking at the inauguration of Farmers Producers Organizations’ -FPO Marketing Meet - 'Business-Meet-23 'in Kochi today . Union Minister visited Kochi as part of the 7th phase of Sagar Parikrama Yathra.
Shri Parshotham Rupala informed that due to the high demand of fishermen from all over the country to support them in improving their livelihood, Prime Minister established a separate department of fisheries and since independence to the year 2014, the investment in the fisheries sector was of around Rs 3,681 Crore only . He added that starting in 2014, the Government introduced the schemes such as PMMSY, FIDF, and others with a budget of approximately Rs. 32,000 Crore in the fisheries sector by understanding the ground realities. The Union Minister pointed out that 2.5 lakh crore rupees have been earmarked so far only for the agriculture sector.
Mentioning the innovative schemes being implemented for animal welfare, the Union Minister also highlighted that for the first time , mobile veterinary units have been started with 100 percent grants for animal care.
During his inaugural speech, the Union Minister urged that the Farmer Producers Organizations, which are working for the betterment of the farmers, should strive more to get good prices for their crops. Shri Rupala said that the FPOs should try to bring in the schemes of the government to the farmers and implement them.
As a part of the program, the Union Minister also inaugurated the exhibition which was organized as part of Business Meet 23.
The Union Minister will lay the foundation stone for the Cochin Fishing Harbor  in a program to be held at Cochin Port tomorrow morning.
As part of the Sagar Parikrama Yatra, which started on June 7, the ministerial team comprised of Union Ministers Shri. Parshottam Rupala and Dr. L Murugan have so far visited Kasargod, Mahi, Kozhikode, and Thrissur and interacted with fishermen.
The program aims to meet fishermen, fish farmers, and beneficiaries of various Government Schemes, and to interact with them to hear directly from them about their issues and suggestions to further uplift the fisheries sector in the country for the benefit of all stakeholders.
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
AZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV: 3-DAY PHOTO EXHIBITION ON ‘PROMINENT TELUGU FREEDOM FIGHTERS’ BY REGIONAL OUTREACH BUREAU INAGURATED AT MGBS
As part of the week-long celebrations by the Ministry of Information &Broadcasting of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav- 75 years of the country’s Independence, a photo exhibition on ‘Prominent Telugu Freedom Fighters’ being organised by the Regional Outreach Bureau, at MGBS in the city was inaugurated by Joint Commissioner of Police Shri Ramesh Reddy here on Friday.
Speaking on this occasion, Shri Ramesh Reddy said that the glory of our freedom struggle and sacrifices of our freedom fighters are part of our heritage which needs to be passed on to the next generation and the effort in this regard is indeed commendable. “After seeing all these panels of the prominent Telugu freedom fighters, I am feeling like all of them are just around me, it’s like being transported to another era which fills me with patriotic fervour”, he shared. The Joint CP urged the youth and students of the different universities to spread the message on unsung freedom fighters through social media. He also requested the ROB to bring the similar content in Urdu language too. Shri Ramesh Reddy informed that through social media handles of the Hyderabad police department, the ROB content on Telugu Freedom fighters will be shared for wider dissemination.
Director  Smt. Shruti Patil said that objective of the exhibition is to involve the citizens in the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrating the local unsung heroes who have sacrificed towards the country’s independence. The ‘Iconic Week’ from August 23-29 involves activities of various media units of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, to highlight the contributions of the regional freedom fighters she said.
The Publication Division, Hyderabad setup a book exhibition on the occasion. Prestigious publications on the history of the freedom struggle have been put up at the venue for sale. Deputy Director Shri  Manas Krishnakanth, Assistant Directors Shri Haribabu, Bharatha Lakshmi and Smt Vandana and NYK Coordinators were present on the occasion.
Ministry of Finance
Search in group running renowned educational institutions in Tamil Nadu
The Income Tax Department mounted a search on a group operating leading educational institutions having a large number of schools and colleges in Chennai and Madurai region. The search was conducted at the office of the Trust, residences of the trustees and key employees of the group. The charitable trusts are running a medical college and hospital, Engineering colleges and schools across Tamil Nadu. Search and survey operations were carried out at 64 places across the State.
During the search, evidences were unearthed of fee collected under various nomenclatures from students of Engineering colleges; schools run by the group which were received in cash and not accounted for;and cash receipts not accounted for in the hospital account. Loans and interest were seen repaid in cash which were earlier taken in cash for the purpose of unaccounted investments. These receipts were utilised for the purchase of properties by paying on-money.
The search has resulted in the seizure of around Rs.2 crore of unaccounted cash. Out of the unaccounted income detected so far, the group has admitted an amount of Rs. 532 crore as their undisclosed income. The searches are temporarily concluded and further investigations are under progress.
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AYUSH
Ayush Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal launches a campaign for distribution of prophylactic medicines at National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur
Minister urged the entire Ayurveda fraternity to join hands and work together so India could lead the world through its ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga
Minister of Ayush and Port, Shipping & Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal launched a campaign of distributing Ayush prophylactic medicines and written guidelines on diet and lifestyle at National Institute of Ayurveda , Jaipur as part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’. The campaign will see the distribution of Sanshamani Vati, which is also known as Guduchi or Giloy Ghan Vati, and Ashwagandha Ghan Vati to 75 lakh people across the country, with special focus on geriatric  population and the front-line workers in the next one year.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Sonowal emphasized on the importance of spreading the message of Ayurveda across the country so that everyone can adopt it as a part if their lifestyle and achieve the aim of a healthy nation.
The Union Minister also urged the entire Ayurveda fraternity to join hands and work together so India could lead the world through its ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga.
The Union Minister also visited the NIA hospital where he interacted with students and the hospital staff. He was particularly impressed by the hygiene and cleanliness at the hospital. The kit of Ayurveda prophylactic medicines and the guidelines have been prepared by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Medicines .
The drive to distribute prophylactic medicines and diet and lifestyle guidelines is a part of the ongoing 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' campaign launched by the Government of India to commemorate 75 years of India's freedom. The year-long campaign will continue till August 2022 when India celebrates 75th anniversary of Independence.
The Ministry of Ayush has been allotted one week from 30th August to 5th September, 2021 for promotion of several activities including the launch of Y-Break mobile application, distribution of medicinal plants for farmers and public and various webinars.
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Ministry of Railways
Recruitment to Indian Railway Management Service
Ministry of Railways in consultation with UPSC and DoPT has decided that recruitment to Indian Railway Management Service  will be done through the Civil Services Examination to be conducted by the UPSC for the year 2023.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
740 Eklavya Model Residential Schools being set up by Ministry of Tribal Affairs upto year 2022
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has been setting up Eklavya Model Residential Schools  since 1998-99 for imparting quality education to tribal children in their own environment. An EMRS has the capacity of accommodating 480 students. As per the budget announcement 2018-19, every block having more than 50% ST population and at least 20,000 ST population is to have an Eklavya Model Residential School  by 2022. Ministry has identified 462 such blocks across the country. The Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Shri Arjun Munda has said that a total number of 438 EMRSs have been sanctioned by the Ministry as on 26th February, 2020. Out of which 285 are functional. As per existing guidelines, the total number of EMRSs being set up upto the year 2022 is 740. He said that the government is working for the welfare of the tribal community which flows from its commitment to ‘Har Ek Kaam, Desh Ke Naam’.
The approved recurring cost is Rs.1,09,000/- per student per year. Construction cost of EMRS  is Rs. 20.00 crore, whereas cost of construction of EMRSs for North East, hilly areas, difficult areas and areas affected by Left Wing Extremism is 20% more than the normal cost.
As per the extant guidelines of Eklavya Model Residential School , the number of seats for boys and girls are equal in each EMRS. During 2019-20, enrollment of tribal girls in EMRSs across the country is 36567. Besides imparting quality education to tribal students, fund is also released for construction of hostels, laboratories, libraries, sports equipment, coaching/trainings etc.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Brajendra Navnit, Ambassador & Permanent Representative of India to the WTO presents letter of Credentials to Director-General, WTO
Mr. Brajendra Navnit, Ambassador & Permanent Representative of India to the World Trade Organization presented his letter of Credentials to Mr. Roberto Azevedo, Director-General, WTO on 28 July, 2020. Director-General, WTO welcomed Ambassador Brajendra Navnit and underlined India’s important role in the WTO.
Prime Minister's Office
PM announces ex-gratia from PMNRF for the victims of bus accident in Andhra Pradesh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund  for the victims of a bus accident in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh.
The Prime Minister's office tweeted;
"PM @narendramodi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF for the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the bus accident in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh."
Prime Minister's Office
The country is moving forward inspired by Guru Gobind Singh JI's ideals: PM Modi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi bowed to Guru Gobind Singh ji on his Prakash Purab. He greeted the nation on this auspicious occasion. He was speaking after releasing financial assistance to over 6 lakh beneficiaries in UP under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin, through video conference today.
The Prime Minister wished the beneficiaries and extended greetings on the occasion of Prakash Purab. He said that he feels that Guru Sahib has been very kind to him and given him ample opportunity to serve him. Guru Sahib’s life and message inspires us to take on the challenges while following the path of service and truth. This level of strength and courage emanates from the spirit of service and truth, and the country is moving on this path, shown by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, said Shri Modi.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs 
CCEA approves continuation for the Central Sector Scheme of Exploration of Coal and Lignite for a period of 3 years from 2017-18 2019-2020
The project entails a cost of Rs. 1875 Crore
The Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi today approved the proposal for continuation of the Scheme of "Exploration of Coal and Lignite" with an expected expenditure of Rs.1875 Crore.
The approved scheme is for carrying out 24,41,500 meter of drilling and 3575 line km  of surface geophysical survey for Promotional  Exploration &Detailed drilling in Non CIL Block in Coal & Lignite along with CBM/Shale gas studies and associated studies to estimate and prove coal resources during 3 years period.
Under the Scheme, approximately 7 billion tonne of resources will be established and 11 billion tonne of resources will be proved.
Exploration for coal and lignite is required to estimate and to prove the resources available in the country. Exploration for coal and lignite in the country is conducted in two broad stages:  regional exploration and  detailed drilling. By regional exploration, prognosticated occurrences of coal and lignite horizons are categorized into 'Indicated' and 'Inferred' resources. Promising areas identified by regional exploration are taken up for detailed exploration in the second stage which involves intensive drilling to bring the resources into 'Proved1 category,
"Exploration for Coal and Lignite Scheme" is a continuing Central Sector Scheme from previous plans and scope of the work has not been modified. The scheme for exploration for coal & lignite should continue beyond XII Plan to bring additional coal resources to the national coal/ lignite inventory of the country.